Hi all,
I finally found a free internet service in the public library of Nairn, up in the Highlands of Scotland----a lovely beachside town near Findhorn.
So sad that Kenneth needs to fly out in one day, so we have tomorrow to visit one of the outer islands of the Hebrides together----Skye Island,. This is supposed to be very beautiful with 'plunging cliffs, and sparkling beaches and peaks reaching to the blue skies'. They reportedly also have great shopping. Unfortunately, each day has been rainy and grey in Ireland and Scotland. But, we continue to take pictures nevertheless, and enjoy the warmth of the homes and the people who invite us into their B&B's. I am soaking in the moisture, since there will not be much of it back in New Mexico!
When I return, I will be eager to put together my presentation on communities whose spirituality is based in a deep sense of creation ----seeking to live in harmony with the earth and one another. Some very exciting things to report...from my times in Ireland, now Findhorn and next week the Iona communities.
Tomorrow I embark on the final leg of my journey. First, The Island of Mull, the village of Camas, an off the grid community which is a satellite of Iona. Here I will need to hike in an hour from the road. We will be reflecting on The Big Book of Creation-----and exploring it daily through hiking, kayaking and abseiling (otherwise known as rappelling in the states). The final week will be Iona. Well known to the Scots as a very sacred island. Both of these spiritual communities are trying to live more simply and prayerfully with one another. I look forward to the quietness. We'll see how long til I go stir crazy!
Well, time to move on to Skye Island. I have been driving so far in Scotland and it has been rigorous, but I've gone slow and we've stayed safe, thanks be to God. Some of these roundabouts are made to drive the motorist to insanity, but I'm getting the hang of it. just when i get the hang of it, we are going to go and put Kenneth on the plan to drive so he can take the car back to Glasgow by the end of the week. he'll get a taste of driving. YIKES! Then I'll be off the grid and off the road. Hallelujah!
Blessings of Peace to all,
love,
Anita
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